Se-SAW: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$120.00 USD

Se-SAW: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Se-SAW: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 98-RWS240300
Price: 120.00 USD
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By Clifton Taylor

Grade: 4

Item: 98-RWS240300

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An impression of parents' playtime with their children, this work is imaginative, joyful, quirky, and briefly tender. Fun and accessible for both the performers and audience, Se-SAW is melodically and harmonically interesting with a few asymmetric rhythmic figures contributing to the playful vibe of the piece. There are solos for piccolo, tuba, and clarinet along with a significant percussion section feature. Compelling and delightful! (3:48)

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Series: RWS - Symphony Band

Publisher: RWS Music Company

ISBN10: 1-4706-7228-6

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-7228-7

UPC: 038081594507

SKU: 98-RWS240300

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About the Composer: Clifton Taylor

Clifton Taylor has established himself as a composer deeply attuned to the concert band medium, crafting works that balance musical substance with immediate accessibility. His compositions often draw inspiration from everyday life and human connection, translating those observations into engaging orchestrations that speak to both student musicians and seasoned ensembles.

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Why we love this

Se-SAW captures something real about childhood without becoming syrupy or simplistic. The asymmetric rhythms keep the piece from sliding into predictability, and the solo features for piccolo, tuba, and clarinet give your band members individual moments to shine while the percussion section drives home the playful energy that makes this work memorable for both performers and audiences.

What to expect

Watching children on a seesaw: moments of weightless ascent, playful teetering at the top, unexpected shifts in momentum, and genuine delight in the simple mechanics of motion. The music sparkles with personality and warmth without ever losing its bite.

Who it's for

Grade 4 concert bands ready to program something spirited and musically sophisticated. This work suits ensembles with capable solo chairs and a solid percussion section willing to own their significant feature.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the asymmetric rhythmic figures clearly so they read as intentional quirks rather than rhythmic confusion; drill these passages separately with the sections involved.
Feature the piccolo, tuba, and clarinet solos prominently in rehearsal to build confidence and ownership; these moments deserve spotlight and precision.
Let the percussion section drive the playfulness; their energy will anchor the joyful tone of the entire piece and invite the rest of the band to respond with lift and lightness.

How to use it

Se-SAW works beautifully as an early-concert opener when you want to establish joy and energy, or as a mid-program piece that gives audiences a breather while your band demonstrates technical skill and personality. Its tuneful, accessible character makes it an ideal bookend to more serious repertoire.